Purchase Assistant

Junior Assistant Purchase

Industry: Specialty Chemicals, Industrial Lubricants & Coatings Manufacturing

Location: MIDC, Ambad, Nashik 422010, Maharashtra, India

Department: Procurement & Supply Chain

Job Summary

A leading specialty chemicals manufacturing company seeks a Junior Assistant Purchase to support daily procurement activities. This role is ideal for fresh graduates interested in a career in procurement and supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing raw materials, packaging materials, consumables, and other operational requirements.
• Identify potential suppliers and collect quotations for purchase requirements.
• Prepare comparative statements to support supplier evaluation and purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate with senior team members for purchase order placement and approval.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding order status, dispatch schedules, and delivery timelines.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, invoices, quotations, and vendor details.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with relevant departments regarding material requirements.
• Support the preparation of basic procurement reports and maintain purchasing documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve routine procurement and delivery issues.
• Ensure adherence to company procurement procedures, documentation requirements, and quality standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 0-1 year of experience in purchase, procurement, administration, inventory, or vendor coordination.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Good English communication and follow-up skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Required Skills

• Basic understanding of procurement and purchasing processes.
• Good coordination and supplier follow-up skills.
• Attention to detail and accurate documentation.
• Basic Excel skills for quotation comparisons and reporting.
• Willingness to learn procurement systems and company procedures.
• Ability to coordinate with internal teams and suppliers professionally.